Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located.
With seven departures a week between the two airports, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the busiest route. Board American Airlines's 10:00 flight to get your journey from AMS to PHL underway.
Allow plenty of time to catch your AMS to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Start your trip at AMS and travel straight to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia tickets.
American Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from AMS to Philadelphia. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
AMS is about 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Philadelphia
₹ 45,221 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 30,266. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from AMS to Philadelphia.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from AMS to Philadelphia can help you secure the lowest rate.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
The centre of Philadelphia is around 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near TTN. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your AMS to Philadelphia flight at one of these well-located options:
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Philadelphia in December.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Book your Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Philadelphia right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Philadelphia:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Philadelphia travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
